Central Point Live Weather is a private owned personal weather station located in Central Point, Oregon. The station started collecting weather data since March 2004 and have been known for a reliable weather data source other than the official NOAA weather station at the Rogue Valley International Airport (KMFR).

Central Point Live Weather Station was founded by Brad Foster, a weather enthusiast who has always been interested in meteorology since he was a kid. He would constantly monitor the weather as he grew up. As a kid, he would pick up the newspaper, read the weather section and announce the forecast to his family on the dinner table.

The Equipment

The weather data is collected using an Oregon Scientific WMR-968 wireless weather station, which records more than 20 weather conditions. The station is wireless and each component transmits data to the receiver, which is a console that displays data on the LCD screen. The console is connected to my PC and the data is sent to the Virtual Weather Station software, which creates graphs and displays on the computer screen.


The station has three weather cameras, one pointing north and another pointing south and the third one taking pictures of our rooftop. Those cameras capture images every 60 seconds and transmits the images to my PC with Image Salsa software, which creates images with weather data on them. Those images are compiled into time-lapse movies using the Movie Salsa software on a regular basis. The time-lapse movies allows you to see our weather in fast forward speed from midnight to midnight. Our cameras have infrared lens and are able to see at night.

History

Here is the history of Central Point Live Weather Station with most recent on the top:

• December 15, 2009 - Transition of Foster Weather Station site to Central Point Live Weather.
• December 14, 2009 - Launch of Central Point Live Weather (cpliveweather.com) site.
• August 1, 2007 - Launch of enhanced version of Foster Weather Station website with additional features.
• June 24, 2007 - Additional of a weather camera facing south.
• December 19, 2006 - Launch of new, enhanced Foster Weather Station website for 2007.
• October 29, 2004 - First weather camera added to website facing north.
• May 1, 2004 - Launch of first Foster Weather Station web site.
• March 4, 2004 - First weather data recorded.

Contributors

I designed and programmed the majority of this site, but I would not forget to mention other contributors. Although, I had to modify a bunch of scripts in order for them to work on my site, I would like to show gratitude to the following folks who created awesome base scripts which are being used on many personal weather sites:

• Saratoga, CA Weather - http://www.saratoga-weather.org
• Carter Lake, IA Weather - http://www.carterlake.org

Central Point Live Weather station is serving the locals living in Central Point, in the heart of the Rogue Valley. Here are some facts about Central Point, Oregon:

General Info: Founded in: 1889 Population: 17,025 (2007) Elevation: 1,292 feet Businesses: 300 Banks: 5 Weather Averages: Summer Temps: 80-100 degrees F Winter Temps: 30-40 degrees F Annual Precipitation: 20 inches Annual Snow: 2 inches Central Point got its name for its location at the junction of two wagon roads.  It is a wonderful recreation area for residents and visitors alike, offering easy access to skiing, boating, fishing, rafting, hiking, camping, biking and golfing. More information: Wikipedia Site

In addition to many outdoor recreational opportunities, Central Point is conveniently located within minutes of many cultural attractions such as the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Britt Music Festival, Rogue Community College's Outdoor Theater, plus numerous quality theater and musical events.

The Jackson County Expo Center, located in Central Point just off I-5, offers a wide range of activities including the Annual Jackson County Fair, Harvest Fair, Hot Air Balloon Festival, Christmas fairs, rodeos, musical events and activities year round.

The area's economy is based primarily upon agriculture, tourism, timber products, and retail trade. A large regional mall is located within four miles of Central Point and a factory outlet shopping center is located just 12 miles south on I-5. The main offices for the Grange Co-op and Dogs for the Deaf are located in Central Point, as well as the Rogue Valley Creamery, and Central Point Lumber.

Educational opportunities include the Central Point School System, which has been recognized nationally for it's many innovative and successful programs. Southern Oregon University and Rogue Community College are the two institutions of higher learning within a short drive from Central Point.